2000 Kia Joice vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Joice | 190 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
